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2021 Transition

Scout Carbon GX

A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$5,899
Weight31.0 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 140 / 150mm
ForkRockShox Lyrik Ultimate
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetGX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo
BrakesSRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Scout Carbon GX
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

26 mph

Scout Carbon GX

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

4'8" – 5'3"

SM

5'0" – 5'7"

MD

5'4" – 6'0"

LG

5'8" – 6'3"

XL

6'0" – 6'7"

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Reviews

Summary

The Transition Scout is a versatile and capable trail bike that excels in aggressive riding and steep terrain, offering a playful yet mature ride. It features updated geometry and suspension for better support and tracking, though it requires more effort on mellower trails. The bike is praised for its lively ride feel, effective SBG concept, and supple suspension, making it a favorite among riders seeking fun and performance.

Pros
  • Updated leverage rate provides better support throughout travel

  • More progressive leverage rate and straighter ramp curve improve mid-stroke and bottoming issues

  • Steeper seat tube angle and updated leverage rate make it a calmer climber

  • Versatile and capable aggressive shredder’s bike

  • Lively, exciting and fun ride feel

Cons
  • Front wheel has a tendency to push through corners if not on top of your game

  • Requires more manhandling than expected for a small-wheeled bike

  • Not as good on mellower trails

Key Quotes
Scout’s playful innocence is lost. He’s on to bigger things.
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
The Scout isn’t just very capable, it’s one of the most fun and exciting trail bikes you might ever be lucky enough to ride.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
If you’re looking for a playful trail bike that pedals efficiently and inspires confidence and creativity on the descents, the Scout is an amazing rig.
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Beta
Transition Introduces the Aluminum Sentinel and Scout - Video

Sep 2021 · Beta

When you've already seen every episode of The Dog and Pony Show

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Pinkbike
First Look: Transition Launch Alloy Scout and Sentinel

Sep 2021 · Seb Stott

Aluminum is back on the menu for Transition's popular Scout and Sentinel models.

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BikeRadar
Transition Scout GX first ride review

Feb 2021 · Robin Weaver

Can the Scout take the honours for outright fun?

Highs
  • Spot-on geometry

  • Lively, exciting and fun ride feel

  • Great kit helps to boost already impressive capabilities

Lows
  • It’d be good to see longer chainstays on the larger frame sizes

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MTB Mag
[First ride] Transition Scout

Feb 2020 · Simon Silver

  Many brands claim to be for riders, by riders, with varying levels of truth to the statement. The one infamously ‘rider owned’ brand that truly embodies that ethos is Transition Bikes. The company is made up of people who really like to ride, and that’s confidence inspiring when you’re looking for a new bike. We’ve been spending a good amount of trail time on the new Transition Scout, and are here to share some details about the freshly revised bike. Read on for details, and a have a look at the video for an overview of the bike. Specs

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MTBR
First Look: Transition Launches All-New Carbon Scout

Feb 2020 · Jordan Carr

- Mtbr.com

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NSMB
Transition Bikes Introduces The Carbon Scout

Feb 2020

The rollout of 2020 bikes continues apace, with Transition Bikes launching the new Carbon Scout. Billed as a modern take on their classic Bottlerocket, the Scout sports either 140mm or 150mm of travel suspending 27.5" wheels, with room for a water bottle inside the front triangle and a lifetime warranty. Read on after the break for all the details.

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Vital MTB
2020 Transition Scout Carbon GX Bike

Feb 2020 · BHowell

Greatly refined but not too grown-up, the new Scout has something for everyone.

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BIKE Magazine
Tested: Transition Scout GX | $4,000

May 2019

The Transition Scout is a freeride bike for the regular rider.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Scout Carbon 140mm

ColorsMidnight Blue; Olive Green

Fork

RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, 150mm Travel/37mm Offset

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate

Travel140mm

Headset

FSA No.57E

Stem

ANVL Swage (40mm)

Handlebar

ANVL Mandrel Alloy 35, XS/SM (800x20), MD/LG (800x30), XL (800x40)

Saddle

ANVL Forge Cromo

Seatpost

OneUp Dropper Post, XS (120mm), SM (150mm), MD (180mm), LG/XL (210mm)

TypeDropper

Grips

Sensus Lite

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle

Crank

SRAM Stylo 7K DUB (XS 32t/165mm, SM-XL 32t/170mm)

Shifters

SRAM GX Eagle

Cassette

SRAM XG 1275 (10-52t)

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle

Brakes

SRAM Code RSC

TypeSRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Stans Flow S1

Spokes

Sapim Race Double Butted

Front Hub

Stans Neo Durasync

Rear Hub

Stans Neo Durasync

Tires

Front: Maxxis Assegai 3C EXO+ (27.5x2.5), Rear: Maxxis Minion DHRII 3C EXO+ (27.5x2.4)

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline (180mm)

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